Facing intensifying criticism that its algorithmic recommendation system invariably feeds viewers “extreme” antisocial content — conspiracy theories, far right propaganda, and other hateful materials — YouTube, according to this Bloomberg report, is refining some of its metrics, complementing “watch time” with something it calls “quality watch time.” Obviously the company has this situation under control.
Harvester of Eyes
Harvester of Eyes
Harvester of Eyes
Facing intensifying criticism that its algorithmic recommendation system invariably feeds viewers “extreme” antisocial content — conspiracy theories, far right propaganda, and other hateful materials — YouTube, according to this Bloomberg report, is refining some of its metrics, complementing “watch time” with something it calls “quality watch time.” Obviously the company has this situation under control.